Dana Bruce Simison
37 - 270 Evergreen rd.
Campbell River, BC V9W 5G3
CellPhone: (250)203-0069
e-mail: danas59@hotmail.com
EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE
Work in a stimulating, challenging environment that enables me to use the various skills that I have acquired during my lifetime.
RELATED SKILLS
Computer Knowledge:
Extensive knowledge of DOS and Windows.
Knowledge of computer programming in a number of languages including BASIC, Visual Basic, Pascal, Cobol and C, C++, Java, JavaScript and CGI.
Extensive knowledge of computer hardware
Can install - mother boards, hard drives, video cards, sound cards, floppy drives, CD-ROM drives, tape drives and other components.
- Understanding of network computing technology including LAN and WAN.
- Experience creating a LAN using NOVELL and WINDOWS NT.
- Understanding of TCP/IP
- Detailed knowledge of the Internet and its uses
- Knowledge of current trends in computer science
Mechanical Ability:
Extensive knowledge of maintenance techniques and procedures.
Solid troubleshooting abilities.
Knowledge of electronics.
Leadership:
- Supervised small maintenance groups of 2 to 5 fellow employees
- Supervised groups of up to 400 teenagers
- Trained in leadership skills, including teamwork and communication
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Diploma in Computer Science and Technology, North Island College
Certificate in Computer application systems, North Island College
Certificate in Business Administration, North Island College
A+ certification ( in progress)
Basic Officers Qualification, Canadian Armed Forces
Lieutenant Qualification course, Canadian Armed Forces
Instructional Technique and Leadership course, Canadian Armed Forces
Malaspina College Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprenticeship
Workers' Compensation Board Industrial First Aid Certificate
"Successful Money Management and Investing", Hume Publishing
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
- North Island College, Campbell River
May 2002 - Present
Computer Support Technician
- Odyssey Computers, Campbell River
May 1998 - May 2000
Computer technician
- Ondeck Systems Training centre
March 1998 - July 1998
Instructor
- Times Colonist Newspaper, Victoria, BC
February 1997 - April 2003
Paper delivery driver
- Vulcan Computer Services, Campbell River
October 1991 - present
Computer sales, repair and support
- Island Highway Services, Campbell River
(formerly Ministry of Highways and Transportation, Maintenance Branch)
October 1986 - May 1994
Heavy equipment operator with some supervision duties
- Utah Mines, Port Hardy
July 1979 - April 1984
Heavy duty mechanic apprentice/Heavy duty mechanic journeyman
OTHER SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES
- Licensed aircraft pilot
- Certified scuba diver
- Enjoy snow skiing
- Excellent interpersonal skills
REFERENCES
Available on request.